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This historical fiction book takes place during World War II in Italy. The story follows Eva and Angelo as they grow up together and where their lives take them as they become adults. They are in love, but it is war time and she is Jewish and he plans to become a Catholic priest. Their different faiths play a pivotal role in their futures. In the book Angelo tries to protect Eva and beyond that the novel includes the Catholic Church's role of helping protect Jewish Italians when German forces have taken over the country.

The author tells of sacrifices, war, loss and hope. The book is well written. Although it may be predictable at times, the main characters are likable and the reader wants them to survive all that is going on around them. Relationships between characters and family are important in this story and great risks are taken. From Sand and Ash is a quick read and I would recommend it for fans of historical fiction.